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HN08 GZO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

48,946 mi
Last recorded48,946 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 GZO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 48,946 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 48,943 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2019 48,936 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing around fuel housing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulk head (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2018 41,370 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Apr 2018 41,366 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Apr 2017 35,092 miles

under side of vehicle corroding

under side of vehicle corroding

Fail 11 Apr 2017 35,092 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

under side of vehicle corroding

under side of vehicle corroding

Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,187 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 29,187 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 26,318 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 25,659 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 24,735 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F Hubs corroded

N/S/F & O/S/F Lower pinch bolts corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 23,857 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 22,953 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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HN08 GZO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN08 GZO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HN08 GZO registered?

HN08 GZO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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